Global Vipassana Pagoda

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Global Vipassana Pagoda

Nestled in lush green hills at Gorai, Global Vipassana Pagoda is a wonderful place to visit for those motivated to take up meditation. It is a symbol of world peace and harmony.  The structure is an exact replica of the Shwedagon Pagoda in Yangon, Myanmar.

 

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